If this is a wrongful death/survival type action, such an action is typically made in the name of the estate so there has to be an estate. It doesn't matter the amount of time that has passed (as to the probate being opened at least). Just because there was no will and no estate previously, doesn't mean anything - there now is an estate for purposes of the lawsuit. The attorney handling the personal injury matter should be able to advise you on this and take care of it/ or engage counsel to assist with the probate side.

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Posted August 23, 2013 4:48pm

Actually, the funds have been put into an escrow type account from the time the litigation was settled. They've been put there by, I assume, GSK attorneys. for 8 months or more. This could go on in perpituaty. Until the Garretson Resolution Group can get the probate cleared. I'm sorry but to me, this is an attorney legal cash cow.